Pontiac Fiero 1988 Service Manual page 404

CRANKING SYSTEM §02-11
C H E C K I N G PINION C L E A R A N C E
PRESS ON CLUTCH TO
R E M O V E S L A C K
PINION
R E T A I N E R
PEELER
GAGE
010
to
.140
PINION
C L E A R A N C E
When the starter motor has been disassembled or the sole-
noid has been replaced, it is necessary to check the pinion
clearance. Pinion clearance must be correct to prevent the but-
tons on the shift lever yoke from rubbing on the clutch collar
during cranking.
31. Disconnect the motor field coil connector from the sole-
noid motor terminal and insulate it carefully.
32. Connect one 12 volt battery lead to the solenoid switch
terminal and the other to the starter frame.
33. Flash a jumper lead momentarily from the solenoid motor
terminal to the starter frame. This will shift the pinion into
cranking position and it will remain so until the battery is dis-
connected.
34. Push the pinion back as far as possible to take up any
movement, and check the clearance with a feeler gage. The
clearance should be .010" to .140".
Means for adjusting pinion clearance is not provided on the
starter motor. If the clearance does not fall within limits, check
for improper installation and replace all worn parts.
^ 520047-6D
Fig. 8 0 7 Starter Motor Disassembly, Test and Reassembly 6 of 6
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine (RPO/VIN)
Starter
No Load Test < < 10V
Solenoid
Hold-in Windings @ 10V
Pull-in Windings @5V
2.5L-L4-LR8-R
5MT-1998533
Min. 50A Max. 75A
6000 rpm - 11,900 rpm
13-19A
23-30A
2.8L-V6-L44-9
5MT-1998533
Min. 50A Max. 75A
6000 rpm - 11,900 rpm
13-19A
23-30A